The Starwest Blog

Get to Know the Magic of MulleinLike dandelion, yarrow, nettle and many other traditional herbal allies, mullein is considered to be a weed, demonstrating resilience in the way it thrives in poor compacted soils. Often, plants like these have a lot t...

Why Use Calendula?Calendula (also known as pot marigold) is a vibrant, antioxidant-rich golden orange flower in the daisy family. The dried petals of the calendula flower are often used in teas, tinctures, creams, and oil to soothe and aid in recove...

One of the things I love about herbs is their uniqueness. Each plant has its own characteristics - the way it grows, the parts we use, the time of harvest, its colors, textures, and aromas. Each one also possesses a distinctive phytochemical profile,...

As you can see by the diversity of recipes below, beet root really is versatile! Not only is beet rich in vitamins and minerals, making it perfect to add to recipes for a little extra nutrient boost, but its vibrant red color that acts as a natu...

What do I do with Cinnamon Sticks?If you have questions about how to use cinnamon sticks, you are definitely not alone! Maybe you bought a jar of cinnamon sticks for a holiday recipe last year and haven’t been able to figure out what to do with the...